Sinclair Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsin-KLAIR / /sɪnˈklɛr/Scottish; French
Meaning
Scottish: 'from Saint Clair'; French: 'bright, clear'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sinclair has Scottish origins, derived from the place name Saint-Clair in Normandy, France. It became prominent in Scotland due to the Sinclair family, who were influential in the medieval period. The name has been associated with nobility and has appeared in various historical texts. In modern times, it is used as both a surname and a given name.
Trend Summary
Sinclair has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sinclaire
International Variants
- Sinclair (English)
- Sinclear (English)
Famous people named Sinclair
Sinclair Lewis was an American novelist and playwright, known for being the first writer from the United States to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1930.
Sinclair B. Ferguson is a Scottish theologian and author, recognized for his contributions to Reformed theology.
Sinclair McKay is a British author and journalist, known for his works on history and culture.
Fictional characters named Sinclair
Sinclair is a character in the video game series 'Bioshock', serving as a key figure in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sinclair was first seen in the United States in 1900. Sinclair has ranked as high as #887 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in South Carolina, New York, Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Sinclair has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sinclair (1988)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1900 | 8 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1912 | 10 |
| 1913 | 12 |
| 1914 | 14 |
| 1915 | 17 |
| 1916 | 17 |
| 1917 | 21 |
| 1918 | 14 |
| 1919 | 12 |
| 1920 | 19 |
| 1921 | 17 |
| 1922 | 22 |
| 1923 | 26 |
| 1924 | 29 |
| 1925 | 12 |
| 1926 | 12 |
| 1927 | 15 |
| 1928 | 23 |
| 1929 | 23 |
| 1930 | 14 |
| 1931 | 23 |
| 1932 | 20 |
| 1933 | 17 |
| 1934 | 13 |
| 1935 | 13 |
| 1936 | 12 |
| 1937 | 15 |
| 1938 | 12 |
| 1939 | 17 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 11 |
| 1943 | 19 |
| 1944 | 13 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 15 |
| 1947 | 13 |
| 1948 | 11 |
| 1949 | 11 |
| 1950 | 15 |
| 1951 | 24 |
| 1952 | 22 |
| 1953 | 13 |
| 1954 | 17 |
| 1955 | 18 |
| 1956 | 16 |
| 1957 | 11 |
| 1958 | 17 |
| 1959 | 15 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 13 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 17 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 16 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 18 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 22 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 23 |
| 1989 | 18 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 13 |